The long-term outcome of tendon lengthening for chronic Achilles tendon pain

Matthew L. Costa, Simon T. Donell, Keith Tucker

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Abstract

The retrospective nature of this study must be noted in drawing conclusions. However, the results suggest excellent long-term reduction of Achilles pain after tendon lengthening. This must be weighed against a relatively high complication rate for any procedure in this region. This treatment does not appear to cause long-term deficits in plantarflexion power or gait.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)672-676
Number of pages5
JournalFoot & Ankle International
Volume27
Issue number9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sep 2006

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